Updated: 2/4/2012

2012 Tryout Schedule - 12U

Players: Be sure to contact the team and confirm dates, times, and locations. Arrive early to register and warm-up.

To play in this age group, you must be 12 years old or younger on 4/30/2012

Avery Baseball Academy 12U
City/Area:Wayne, Oakland and Macomb Counties   
Contact:Chris Avery
AveryBaseballAcademy@yahoo.com
Team Info:For over 20 years, former Oakland U head baseball coach Mark Avery has trained and coached many young men who have enjoyed successful high school, college, and pro baseball careers.

Mark is now expanding his academy and has established a U12 team that, in 2012, will compete in league play, U12 and U13 tournaments, Cooperstown Dreams Park, and a season ending World Series.

The U12 manager has coached and played at all levels of baseball, including professionally. Off-season training will be conducted by former and current collegiate baseball players.

The primary focus will be player development. The instruction will be highly technical and develop each player’s physical skill, as well as their mental understanding and approach to baseball.

This team is for players who are committed to playing baseball beyond high school and are willing to engage the challenges that are involved in achieving that goal.

If you have questions in advance, send them to AveryBaseballAcademy@yahoo.com.
Player Needs:As of 9/6/2011, team reports they need 1 players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information.

Capital City Cobras 12U
City/Area:Lansing   
Contact:Chris Regan
517-719-3338 or 517-894-2155
capcitycobras@yahoo.com
Team Info:Starting a new team from Lansing and surrounding areas to play 40 plus games and 5 plus tournaments. Low players fees and top notch coaching!
Player Needs:As of 9/20/2011, team reports they need players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information.

Coughlin Cubs 12U
City/Area:Macomb County League:MABF
Contact:Art Dudal
586-864-0909
art.dudal1966@hotmail.com
Team Info:Team will participate in the Cooperstown Dreams Tournament. And play in the Macomb Amatuer Baseball Federation league (MABF).

Team will be coached by Art Dudal. Coach Dudal has coached amatuer baseball for 25 years and currently is in his 4th season at Wayne State Univ as the Assistant Baseball Coach.

In his 9 years at the collegiate level he has also served as a head coach, hitting, and pitching instructor. For more info go to: wsuathletics.com.
Player Needs:As of 8/19/2011, team reports they need players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information.

Elite 12U
City/Area:Kalamazoo   
Contact:Matthew Baker
269 870 3625
coachbaker5@gmail.com
Team Info:We are expanding the Elite franchise to Kalamazoo. Anyone interested should email Coach Baker.

Manager doesn't have a kid, so we will not play favorites. Also, the manager is a college pitcher right now. (For more coach info email me)

We also have a website, if you would like info about that please email Coach Baker.

We will either play USSSA AA or BPA.
Tryout Notes:Please call ASAP for a private tryout. Limited spots are available.

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Fenton Crush Travel Baseball 12U
City/Area:Fenton - Genesee County   
Contact:Mike Gross
FentonCrushTravelBaseball@gmail.com
Team Info:Our coaching staff has a combined 20 years experience in coaching youth sports.

Guiding players to do their best while teaching a solid foundation of skills and ongoing improvement will translate to lasting benefits for their future.

Success and winning are always a goal. But safety, effort and fun are absolute priorities.

At the heart of our team are the families. Building a great network of friendships and mutual respect ensure the season is a positive experience for not only the team but the entire family.

Our typical season includes 20 games and 4-6 weekend tournaments in and around Genesee County.
Player Needs:As of 8/26/2011, team reports they need 1 players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information.
Tryout Notes:We are looking for a pitcher.

Grand Rapids Titans 12U
City/Area:Grand Rapids and Surrounding Areas   
Contact:Doug Adams
DAdams2217@aol.com
Team Info:We are a Tournament Team that played in 5 tournaments last year and will do the same in 2012 plus a trip to Cooperstown Dreams Park.
Player Needs:As of 12/15/2011, team reports they need players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information.
Tryout Notes:We are looking to add 1-2 quality pitchers to complete our roster. Contact the team for more information

Hickory Corner Rattlers 12U
City/Area:North of Battle Creek   
Contact:hickory_baseball@yahoo.com
Team Info:Brand new team with great opportunities
Player Needs:As of 11/15/2011, team reports they need players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information.

Huron Havoc 12U
City/Area:Huron/Wayne County and Surrounding Areas   
Contact:
Team Info:We are a Tournament Team that will play mainly in AA usssa tournaments throughout SE and Mid Michigan. The last two years we played in 8 tournaments and will look to do the same in 2012.
Player Needs:As of 8/15/2011, team reports they need players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information.
Tryout Notes:We are looking to add 3-4 quality baseball players to complete our roster. Contact the team for more information.

Kingsley Junior Stag Baseball Club 12U
City/Area:Kingsley/Traverse City Area   
Contact:Trace Ewald
231-632-1376
coachewald@stagbaseball.com
Team Info:These boys are a group of dedicated, hard working young baseball players playing at an advanced skill level.

The Kingsley Junior Stag Baseball Club is an organized and disciplined program emphasizing the teaching of baseball skills, philosophies, team work and great sportsmanship.

Our players will be required to maintain professionalism both on and off of the field.

We will have a winter training program in 2012. We are planning on playing 30-40 games for the regular season and then attending 3-4 tournaments the summer of 2012.

This is a new club and we are looking to join a travel league in our area. The players will be involved with fundraisers for the club.
Coaching Staff:The team is lead by an experienced coaching staff.
Player Needs:As of 10/5/2011, team reports they need players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information.
Tryout Notes:Contact team for tryout details

Lake Orion Diamond Dawgs 12U
City/Area:Lake Orion League:NOBF
Contact:Craig Butterworth
248-330-6212
cmjeepme@comcast.net
Keith Stironek
248-933-9125
Team Info:The Diamond Dawgs are a fourth year team looking for great families and talented young men dedicated to improving their baseball skills.

We will be playing in the NOBF, 3 to 4 tournaments, and going to Cal Ripken in Myrtle Beach.

The Diamond Dawgs just completed a very successful NOBF season and were invited to the AABC State Tournament.
Player Needs:As of 9/6/2011, team reports they need players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information.
Tryout Notes:We are looking for an experienced travel baseball player who is willing to work hard, compete and be a part of a team of great young men.

Macomb Devils 12U
City/Area:Wayne/Macomb   
Contact:Paul J. Martinelli, Mgr
313.529.7100
pmartinelli@alimarsecurity.com
Team Info:We are a new tournament team in Macomb county and will play tournaments only for the 2012 season.

We are currently practicing indoors through April 01 and will practice weekly in between tournaments. We will also add scrimmage games throughout the season.

Our players will learn to hit, field and throw the correct way and have fun doing it.

Our coaches do not yell, criticize or demean players during instruction and we want all players and their families to have fun and enjoy the game from start to finish.

We are currently on the waiting list for Cooperstown and at this time planning on attending this summer.
Player Needs:As of 1/28/2012, team reports they need 2 players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information.
Tryout Notes:We have 2 more spots to fill for the 2012 season so please contact us if interested in rostering for our team even if you play in a league or otherwise.
We also plan on rostering a few extra players for this season so any/all are welcome to inquire.

Michigan Bulldogs 12U
City/Area:Livonia League:KVBSA
Contact:Scott Coughlin
scott.coughlin@yahoo.com
Team Info:A 2nd year team that provides a productive environment that teaches teamwork, fundamentals, discipline, dedication, and sportsmanship to players seeking a higher level of baseball.

We will compete in the KVBSA, play in 3-4 weekend tournaments, and plan to go to Cooperstown in July.
Player Needs:As of 10/19/2011, team reports they need players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information.
Tryout Notes:Please contact the team for an individual tryout/evaluation.

Michigan Mustangs 12U
City/Area:Washtenaw County League:KVBSA
Contact:Tucker Steele
734-216-5737
steelesix@yahoo.com
Aaron Campbell
734-657-4578
aacamp@umich.edu
Team Info:We're a competitive travel program operating out the Washtenaw County area and compete in the KVBSA travel league. Cost: TBD (depending on sponsorships).

Our team will play approx. 20-25 regular season games with an additional 5-6 tournaments played on weekends. Including traveling to Omaha Nebraska to compete in a national tourney.

We seek to implement their skills in a very competitive environment at the next level. As coaches, we will provide the guidance and structure to create an enjoyable experience for players and parents.

We plan on continuing to build on a successful 2011 season.
Player Needs:As of 1/1/2012, team reports they need 1 players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information.
Tryout Notes:Please contact Tucker or Aaron for more information.

Motor City Raptors 12U
City/Area:Livonia/Northville/Canton League:KVBSA
Contact:Roger Grinage
248-933-3544
grinagefamily@yahoo.com
Team Info:A 2nd Year KVBSA independent team that provides a productive environment that teaches teamwork, discipline, dedication, and sportsmanship to players seeking a higher level of baseball.

We will compete in the KVBSA and will play in 2-4 tournaments
Player Needs:As of 11/16/2011, team reports they need players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information.

Newell's Yankees 12U
City/Area:Waterford/Oakland County and Surrounding Areas   
Contact:Jeff Kay
blue9649@yahoo.com
Team Info:We are a Tournament Team that will play mainly in AA usssa tournaments throughout SE and Mid Michigan. The last two years we played in 10 tournaments and will look to do the same in 2012.
Player Needs:As of 8/4/2011, team reports they need players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information.
Tryout Notes:Contact Jeff for more information or to schedule a tryout.

Southfield Cardinals 12U
City/Area:Southfield   
Contact:Tracy Hunter
248-935-6715
Eric Holloway
248 850 6453
Team Info:The Southfield Cardinals are an official non profit organization that starts teams in parks and recs leagues and graduates them to a full travel team.

Teams that go to national tournaments all over the country. We believe training and development from within.

The 12U team is a transition team. We will play in the Southfield Parks and rec league as well as go to 4-6 tournaments.

We are also exploring an end of the season world series. If you want development and a firm committment to the fundamentals this team is for you. Look to play over 30 games during the season.
Player Needs:As of 1/22/2012, team reports they need players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information.
Tryout Notes:All positions open, but pitchers and catchers are a plus.

Spring Training Team Vengeance Orange 12U
City/Area:Chesterfield League:MABF
Contact:Rob Stevenson
586-949-7144
rob@teamvegeance.net
Team Info:Our state of the art facility in Chesterfield allows us to train and practice for the upcoming season in a game-like environment with our full indoor infield.

We will also have access to our Sterling Heights location which is home to 7 batting and pitching cages.

One huge benefit of playing with Team Vengeance is that we train out of our own facility.

All our players will have discounted additional access outside their team training, such as batting cage rental, private lessons, speed and agility, etc.
Player Needs:As of 2/3/2012, team reports they need players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information.

Tri-City Sabercats 12U
City/Area:Almont, Attica, Imlay City, Dryden, Capac, Brown City and others League:MABF
Contact:Mike Allor
586-246-3580
Tricitysabercats@gmail.com
Team Info:We will be playing in the MABF league and attending a few tournaments.
Player Needs:As of 11/20/2011, team reports they need players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information.
Tryout Notes:Contact team to schedule a private tryout.